The Sukuma are an ethnic group inhabiting the southeastern African Great Lakes region. They are the largest ethnic group in Tanzania, Often the staffs represented the hierarchy among the chiefs of the tribe, who might carry a staff to show their rank as distinguished elders. The ornamental faces on the staffs can represent spirits, chiefs, or the chief’s ancestors. They are as much a religious symbol as an authoritative one.
- Material:Wood
- Age:approximately 55-70 yrs
- Origin:Democratic Republic Of Congo
- Condition:Good
- SKU: CMCL-005
- Weight: 1.1 kg
- Dimensions: 5 x 141 x 3.5 cm